common milk thistle sowthistle laiteron mara cher sonchus oleraceus asteraceae

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Common milk thistle, Common Sowthistle, Laiteron maraÃ®cher, - Sonchus oleraceus - Asteraceae

Sonchus oleraceus, commonly known as sow thistle or smooth sow thistle, has various traditional and medicinal uses. It's edible and can be consumed as a vegetable, especially in areas with poor horticultural conditions. It's also used as a fodder for animals, and in some regions, the seeds were historically used for stuffing pillows and mattresses. In traditional medicine, it's employed for a variety of ailments, including gastrointestinal issues, inflammatory diseases, and even as a remedy for opium addiction